Diving & Marine Conservation in Spain for Teenagers

Combine a professional diving certification with marine conservation work in the stunning city of Barcelona

Destination

Spain

Age

15-18 y/o

Minimum Stay

2 weeks

Start Date

During school holidays

Accommodation

Homestay

What’s Included

24/7 Support

Full supervision from arrival to departure, and 24/7 back up from our global teams.

Accommodation & Amenities

Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.

Activities, Training & Equipment

All programme activities and scuba equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.

Certification

Dive course qualifications and certified record of service hours, workshops, and activities for your CV.

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Starting at £2,735 for 2 weeks

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Trip Overview

Dive into conservation and culture

Participate in clean-up operations, surveys, and collect data while discovering Barcelona with other teens from around the world.

Earn your CMAS diving certification

Take home an internationally recognised Confédération Mondiale des Activités Subaquatiques diving certification.

Raise awareness of environmental issues

Support local education initiatives aimed at improving knowledge of marine pollution, prevention, and long-term solutions.

Lean into life on the Catalonian coast

Experience the cutlure and history of Catalonia. Explore neighbourhoods, stunning architecture, and life on the Mediterranean Coast.

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What you need to know

Overview

This unique programme combines professional scuba training with hands-on marine conservation experience along Barcelona’s Mediterranean coastline. You’ll learn from experienced diving instructors while developing practical skills essential for marine conservation and environmental protection.

You’ll master diving techniques while contributing to vital conservation efforts including sea bed clean-up, marine life monitoring, and data collection for scientific research.

Marine Conservation in Barcelona provides the ideal blend of structured learning, hands-on experience, and cultural activities.

Aims & Impact

The aims of this programme are to:

Develop the next generation of marine conservation professionals
Contribute to ongoing sea bed clean-up and marine ecosystem protection
Collect valuable data for marine biodiversity monitoring
Raise awareness about marine pollution and conservation
Support local environmental education initiatives

By joining this programme, you become part of a larger effort to protect Mediterranean marine ecosystems while developing valuable skills in diving and conservation.

The data you collect and the techniques you master will contribute to both your professional development and ongoing marine conservation efforts in the region.

Activities

As a Marine Conservation volunteer in Spain, you’ll get involved in the following activities:

Learn and apply professional diving techniques

Participate in sea bed clean-up operations

Conduct marine biodiversity surveys

Visit sites like the Sagrada Familia

See other incredible architecture

Guided tours of Barcelona

Visit the charming medieval Gothic Quarter

Map & Location

Be swept up in the spirit of Spain, where siesta culture is deeply ingrained and flamenco echoes through cobbled streets. Located in western Europe, bordering France and Portugal, Spain has more bars per person than any other country.

Home to sun-kissed coastlines, the oldest restaurant in the world, and the third-most UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Spain has something for everyone. It is safe, welcoming, and a hugely popular tourist destination, with some of the best beaches in Europe.

Barcelona

Though it hardly needs an introduction, Barcelona is Spain’s second city, located in Catalonia on the eastern coast. It is home to more than 1.5 million people and is most famous for the archtectural work of Gaudi and its football culture.

Barcelona is more than just a city, though — it’s an experience. With a mediterranean climate and golden beaches, it is perfect for a sunny escape. Be sure not to miss the historic Gothic Quarter, beautiful public parks, and the world renowned Basilica.

Food & Accommodation

Feel right at home with everything you need for an incredible, stress-free experience in the Spanish sun. You’ll be able to rest in a comfortable bed, enjoy three home-cooked meals a day, and have easy access to fresh drinking water.

You’ll be welcomed with open arms and feel like a local, immersing yourself in Catalan culture while living with a vetted host family in Barcelona alongside other participants. We will handle your daily transport to and from your placement, taking another little worry off the list.

Your host family home will be clean, safe, and secure, and if you share a room with another traveller, they will be of the same gender and approximate age. This gives you the chance to enjoy a global experience together, share your culture, and leave with new perspectives.

Your Arrival Made Easy

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Spain Arrival Procedures page.